Hello there, Reddit! So I'm a verbal processor. I often need to dump my brain on the table like a jigsaw puzzle and talk through stuff to make sense of what's going on in there. I'd love a friendship that not only honors that trait of mine, but actively encourages and is interested in dialoguing with it. I'm not interested in talking at someone, I genuinely want to hear feedback and thoughts on what I share. And just because I verbal process doesn't mean I don't set my stuff to the side to support my friends - I've got attestation from one of my best friends that it's a regular habit, often to my detriment! I am NOT seeking a one sided friendship.

Me: I'm a white collar working professional, liberal af if that wasn't obvious, a fan of Taylor Swift's music, an open hearted, genuine human being who values kindness and compassion for others. I'm intelligent, sensitive and insightful. And I'm strong as hell, both physically and for what I've been through in life. All things considered, I'm in a pretty decent place in life, minus a few current hiccups affecting my state of mind. We can talk more about that later if you like.

You: Intelligent, emotionally attuned, a seeker who pursues personal growth and development. Liberal, operate from a core of kindness and compassion towards others and animals. Good sense of humor, open to a chick that chronically overthinks and has too much on her mind. A believer in therapy even if you don't currently go yourself.

I'm fortunate to have a good support system, but that support system is currently taxed and I realized that I need to develop connections with others that also value my verbal processing as a strength rather than an annoyance. I recognize this means I'm not someone for everyone, but maybe the right person will shoot me a message :)

Make sure to include the word pineapple somewhere in your response so I know you read this :D Happy chatting!